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Precipitate
Definition:
Noun: A solid substance that forms in a solution during a chemical reaction.
Verb: To cause (an event or situation, typically a bad one) to happen suddenly, unexpectedly, or prematurely.
Adjective: Done, acting, or made quickly and without thought or care.
Examples:
Noun:
- The scientist observed a white precipitate forming at the bottom of the test tube.
- After the reaction, a greenish precipitate settled in the beaker.
Verb:
- The scandal precipitated the executives' resignation.
- The sudden rainstorm precipitated a massive traffic jam.
Adjective:
- His precipitate decision led to serious consequences.
- The team's precipitate actions caused them to lose the game.
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